Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 11:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 11:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 11:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the messenger delivered Joab's message to King David just as Joab had instructed. This shows how important it was to follow instructions and pass along messages during that time.

2 Samuel 11:22: So the messenger went, and came and shewed David all that Joab had sent him for.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Contradicts 2 Samuel 11:22 by stating "Thou shalt not kill," while David indirectly causes Uriah's death.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 5:17

Emphasizes the prohibition of murder, which contrasts with the results of David's orders conveyed in 2 Samuel 11:22.

Deuteronomy 5:17: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against seeking personal revenge, which is in contrast to David orchestrating Uriah's death indirectly.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with James 1:15

Talks about sin leading to death, contradictory to David's actions leading to Uriah's premeditated demise.

James 1:15: Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:16-17

Lists hands that shed innocent blood as an abomination, contrasting with the orchestrated death in 2 Samuel 11.

Proverbs 6:16-17: These six [things] doth the LORD hate: yea, seven [are] an abomination unto him: [unto...: Heb. of his soul]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:21-22

Jesus expands on the commandment against murder to include even anger, contrasting with the fatal outcome of David's orders.

Matthew 5:21-22: Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: [by: or, to]
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